By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo FIFA has unveiled the list of referees selected to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with experienced veterans and several first-time officials earning appointments for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The governing body confirmed more than 50 referees from across its six confederations for the expanded
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid took major strides toward the UEFA Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday night after recording commanding first-leg victories over Liverpool and Barcelona respectively in two heavyweight European quarter-final clashes. At the Parc des Princes, PSG outclassed Liverpool 2-0 to take control of their tie, while Atletico Madrid
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo CAF President Patrice Motsepe has pledged to restore confidence in African football governance, insisting that every nation under the Confederation of African Football will be treated equally amid growing scrutiny over the body’s integrity. Speaking during the latest fallout surrounding CAF’s controversial handling of recent continental disputes, Motsepe said the organisation
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Nigeria will begin their title defence against Zimbabwe in the semi-finals of the 2026 Unity Cup after organisers confirmed the return of the four-nation invitational tournament to The Valley in London. The competition, which celebrates football and diaspora culture, will run from May 26 to May 30, 2026, with Nigeria, Jamaica,
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York The Valley, home of Charlton Athletic F.C., has been confirmed as the official venue for the 2026 Unity Cup, with the London stadium set to host the four-nation tournament from May 26 to May 30. The competition will feature Nigeria national football team, Jamaica national football team, India national football
Patrice Motsepe, president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), arrived in Senegal on Tuesday for a high-profile visit that includes meetings with football officials and state leaders as part of efforts to strengthen relations with the West African football powerhouse. Motsepe was welcomed in Dakar by officials from the Senegal Football Federation, led by
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Bayern Munich secured a vital 2–1 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Luis Díaz and Harry Kane on target in a high-intensity encounter that leaves the tie finely poised. Bayern took control late in the first half when Díaz broke the deadlock in the 41st minute, finishing calmly
By Rasheed Adewuyi, New York Court of Arbitration for Sport has officially registered an appeal filed by the Senegal Football Federation, opening a new chapter in one of African football’s most controversial disputes. The case challenges a decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) that overturned the outcome of the Africa Cup of Nations
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Patrice Evra has delivered a powerful message on racism, stressing the need for education and understanding while insisting that discrimination is not limited to any one race or group. Speaking in a recent interview reported by The Athletic, the former France and Manchester United captain highlighted his ongoing efforts to engage
By Kazeem Ajibola Shoyebo Thousands of FC Bayern Munich supporters are expected to descend on Madrid ahead of their high-stakes clash at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, with plans for a coordinated fan march set to energize the city. While official figures indicate 3,875 travelling supporters**, reports suggest the actual number could be significantly higher as